A key room requiring changes as people grow older is the bathroom.  From adding grab bars to removing slip-hazard throw rugs, there are many easy changes homeowners can tackle to make their lives easier and safer.

“People choosing to stay in their current homes as they age can make small changes to make their bathroom living space more comfortable,” says Adriana Miller, product manager with Mansfield Plumbing. “The simple task of swapping out a standard toilet for a higher SmartHeight^TM toilet allows a person to more easily access the toilet. Grab bars installed on the walls can also help someone get up and down easier from the toilet.”

Another bathroom change that can be made is to replace a standard bathtub with a walk-in tub. A low seven-inch entry threshold, a 17-inch high ADA-compliant seat and easy-to-access cable-operated drain all make the Restore^TM ACR Walk-In Tub a strong candidate for aging Baby Boomers. Available as a bathtub, whirlpool, air bath, combination whirlpool and air bath, or MicroDerm^TM Therapeutic Bath, Restore ACR has a water-tight inward swinging door, textured slip-resistant floor, and a high seat that allows the bather to remain upright while being completely submerged.

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When Colaluca received a request for a combination walk-in tub and shower that didn’t have an “institutional feel” to it, he dug in.

A second generation wholesaler and a licensed plumber, Colaluca started by researching ADA tubs available from Mansfield Plumbing. Once he identified the Restore^TM Walk-in tub as the best solution for his customer, his next task was to think outside of the box to create a unique combination shower experience.

“My client didn’t want the hospital-type feeling of an ADA-certified tub to dominate the new bathroom design,” says Colaluca. “To give the tub a ‘softer feeling’ I tried thinking outside the box and decided to take off the outer shell and rebuild the base. This allowed me to tile around the base to match the tile throughout the entire shower. Then I added a ‘sitting bench’ outside the tub.

“With that accomplished we had to make the shower fit next. The access door for the Restore combination air and whirlpool tub is now positioned across the front with the seat next to the tub. We added a hand-held shower in the tub and incorporated the full shower outside the tub area. Both of these fit perfectly in the designated space, making it more like an in-home spa.”

Coming up with creative solutions is something Colaluca specializes in on a daily basis. With five locations in New Hampshire and Rhode Island, Colaluca and his father Rico decided in 2005 to expand their company’s business by opening a state-of-the-art showroom called Your Kitchen and Bath Center. Then, in 2016 Smithfield Supply created, built and opened a hands-on interactive training room. The dedicated space offers employees and their customers the most updated training on plumbing, heating and HVAC products.

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The new cast acrylic Restore^TM ACR Walk-In Tub from Mansfield Plumbing boasts a low 7″ entry threshold, 17″ high ADA-compliant seat and easy-to-access cable-operated drain.  Available as a bathtub, whirlpool, air bath, combination whirlpool and air bath, or MicroDerm^TM Therapeutic Bath, Restore ACR is IAPMO approved and is manufactured in the U.S.A.

            “We’ve just made walk-in bathing experiences easier and more comfortable,” says Haley Davis, product manager with Mansfield Plumbing. “There are 10 different models of the Restore ACR and they all feature a non-rusting door hinge and handle, water-tight inward swinging door, textured slip-resistant floor, and a high seat that allows the bather to remain upright while being completely submerged.

“From an aesthetic standpoint, the Restore ACR offers a smooth, glossy appearance that won’t fade, and it’s easier to clean than many other surfaces. When you consider the optional heated seat and backrest plus the standard features of these units, the Restore ACR is ideal for many different residential and commercial settings.”

Standard features on each model include:

– Bath: A soothing soak in warm water.

– Whirlpool: 12 adjustable jets (4 lumbar jets, 4 leg and calf jets, and 4 body jets) that focus on aching muscles, an inline water heater, ozonator and Chromatherapy color light system.

– Air Bath: 16 air injectors to gently relax the body plus the Chromatherapy color light system.

– Combination Whirlpool and Air Bath:  12 adjustable jets (4 lumbar jets, 4 leg and calf jets, and 4 body jets) and 16 air injectors maximize the bathing experience. Inline water heater, ozonator and Chromatherapy color light system.

– MicroDerm Therapeutic Bath: The infusion of millions of oxygen-rich microbubbles help the bather relax, while softening and exfoliating the skin. As microbubbles burst against submerged body, heat is released to invigorate the skin surface and warm the water, increasing the temperature while eliminating the need to add hot water to the bath.

White Restore ACR walk-in tubs come in a 51-1/2″ x 30″ x 40″ size and fit through a standard 32″ bathroom doorway. Removable front and end panels allow easy access to the mechanics of the tub. A unique ozonator on the whirlpool and combination bath safely emits ozone into the water lines of the unit to eliminate the growth of bacteria. The units are all backed by a lifetime warranty on the door seal, a 10-year warranty on the shell and a five-year warranty on the mechanics.

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“Aging baby boomers are a large audience that will need bathroom products that comply with ADA standards to make their lives safer and more comfortable,” says Jean Dimeo, a Certified Aging in Place Specialist (CAPS). “Taller toilets that are easier to get up from, pedestal sinks that allow wheelchairs and walkers to come right up next to, and walk-in tubs that allow easy in-and-out access are all examples of products that people may need in their bathrooms as they grow older.”

Mansfield Plumbing offers a selection of 54 SmartHeight toilets in a variety of styles. The company also has 20 pedestal, under counter and wall mounted sinks (including a designated wheelchair sink) that comply with ADA requirements for accessibility.

“Transitioning your bathroom to meet your needs in the future doesn’t mean a homeowner has to give up style,” says Adriana Miller with Mansfield Plumbing. “The reason we offer so many products that meet ADA requirements is because we recognize that homeowners want their replacement bathroom products to be stylish while filling a functional need for the changes in their lives.”

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Rest easy. Mansfield Plumbing has the perfect product to make it safer and easier to get into your tub.

Our cast acrylic Restore^TM ACR Walk-In Tub boasts a low 7″ entry threshold, 17″ high ADA-compliant seat and easy-to-access cable-operated drain.  Available as a bathtub, whirlpool, air bath, combination whirlpool and air bath, or MicroDerm^TM Therapeutic Bath, Restore ACR is IAPMO approved and is manufactured in the U.S.A.

“We’ve made walk-in bathing experiences easier and more comfortable,” says Haley Davis, product manager with Mansfield Plumbing. “There are 10 different models of the Restore ACR and they all feature a non-rusting door hinge and handle, water-tight inward swinging door, textured slip-resistant floor, and a high seat that allows the bather to remain upright while being completely submerged.

“From an aesthetic standpoint, the Restore ACR offers a smooth, glossy appearance that won’t fade, and it’s easier to clean than many other surfaces. When you consider the optional heated seat and backrest plus the standard features of these units, the Restore ACR is ideal for any home setting.”

The white Restore ACR walk-in tubs come in a 51-1/2″ x 30″ x 40″ size and fit through a standard 32″ bathroom doorway. Removable front and end panels allow easy access to the mechanics of the tub. A unique ozonator on the whirlpool and combination bath safely emits ozone into the water lines of the unit to eliminate the growth of bacteria. The units are all backed by a lifetime warranty on the door seal, a 10-year warranty on the shell and a five-year warranty on the mechanics.

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“Bathrooms are one of the key areas of the home that should be adjusted to meet our needs as we grow older,” says Jean Dimeo, a Certified Aging in Place Specialist (CAPS). “There are many easy, affordable ways homeowners can make their bathrooms more comfortable and safe to accommodate their aging bodies, such as adding grab bars and shower seats, and replacing lower-height toilets with taller ones.”

To make the bathing experience easier and safer for people as they age, Mansfield Plumbing has eight versions of the Restore walk-in tub featuring an easy-access step-in feature with a water-tight swing-in hinged door. The tubs are taller than standard bath tubs and feature a sculpted 17-inch high ADA compliant seat, allowing the bather to remain in an upright position while being completely submerged in water.

The Restore tubs come in a selection of soaker, whirlpool, air bath and combination styles. With the whirlpool tub, bathers get five multi-directional hydrotherapy jets (each with individual volume control) to help soothe aching muscles and joints. An inline heater maintains constant water temperature, allowing bathers to relax in non-cooling water.

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“Aging baby boomers are a large audience that will need bathroom products that comply with ADA standards to make their lives safer and more comfortable,” says Jean Dimeo, a Certified Aging in Place Specialist (CAPS). “Taller toilets that are easier to get up from, pedestal sinks that allow wheelchairs and walkers to come right up next to, and walk-in tubs that allow easy in-and-out access are all examples of products that people may need in their bathrooms as they grow older.”

Mansfield Plumbing offers a selection of 54 SmartHeight toilets in a variety of styles. The company also has 20 pedestal, under counter and wall mounted sinks (including a designated wheelchair sink) that comply with ADA requirements for accessibility.

“Transitioning your bathroom to meet your needs in the future doesn’t mean a homeowner has to give up style,” says Adriana Miller with Mansfield Plumbing. “The reason we offer so many products that meet ADA requirements is because we recognize that homeowners want their replacement bathroom products to be stylish while filling a functional need for the changes in their lives.”

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